Introduction
The Korea Automobile Importers & Distributors Association (KAIDA) is a representative association comprising 20 members from imported automobile companies - 16 PC companies and 4 CV companies. These companies are officially involved in importing and selling 29 brands, encompassing 25 PC brands and 4 CV brands in the country. KAIDA represents the rights and interests of the members both domestically and internationally.
Established in 1995, KAIDA endeavors to enhance the common interests and business environment related to the import and sale of motor vehicles among its members. It actively participates in various collaborative events, promotional activities, and engages in the review of government policies, laws, regulations, and statistical aggregation related to imported automobiles in Korea.
Additionally, KAIDA works towards protecting the interests of consumers of imported automobiles in Korea and explores ways to better connect with consumers.
Mission Statement
KAIDA's mission is to represent the common interests of its members and contributes to enhancing consumer benefits and the development of the domestic automotive market through advocating for a balanced market environment and market activation.
Main Activities
1. Government Relations
KAIDA works closely with government agencies and organizations in the interests of the imported automobile industry.
- - Participates in the process of improving policies and regulations by the government and the National Assembly, on behalf of the imported passenger and commercial vehicle industry.
- • Responds to new and revised environmental regulations regarding greenhouse gas/mileage, motor vehicle exhaust, recycling, etc.
- • Responds to new and revised safety policies regarding automobile safety standard, recalls, etc.
- • Responds to legislation and amendments for other motor vehicle-related regulations, e.g. the Lemon Law, self-certification of parts, etc.
- - Serves as the official channel for institutions and public agencies to communicate with the imported car companies.
- - Shares information on legislation and amendments of government policy and responds to them in a timely manner.
- - Provides specialized legal advisory and workshops on Industry-wide Issues.
2. External Collaboration
KAIDA actively interacts and collaborates with the domestic and international automotive industry as well as relevant institutions. It strives to encourage the industry's development, improve the business environment for members, and create a balanced market environment.
- - Builds networks and collaborates with the domestic and international automotive industry, including Korea Automobile Manufacturers Association (KAMA), American Automotive Policy Council (AAPC), European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), and German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA).
- - Engages in close cooperation and exchanges with embassies and the chambers of commerce and industry both domestically and internationally, etc.
3. Various statistics/research related to imported automobiles, translation of regulations, etc.
KAIDA faithfully fulfills the role of a provider of foundational information for the automotive industry by offering various statistics, translations, and materials related to the automotive sector.
- - Aggregates passenger/commercial vehicle statistics based on Ministry of MOLIT registration data and externally presents it.
- - Provides various statistics and analytical data on imported automobiles.
- - Conducts various research on imported automobiles and related information.
- - Provides English translation of laws and regulations related to motor vehicles.
4. PR Activities
KAIDA provides a variety of information and news about the imported automobile industry, serving as a media channel for the industry.
- - Engages in media activities to enhance consumer recognition of imported vehicles.
- - Announces the members’ stance on and response to major issues regarding imported automobiles.
- - Provides information on the latest trends in the members and KAIDA.
- - Provides combined information on CSR activities by the imported automobile companies.
5. Automotive events
KAIDA hosts and participates in many automotive events directly or indirectly to further develop the automotive industry-.
- - Organizes major automotive events such as the Seoul Motor Show, Busan International Motor Show, and provides support for participation of members.
- - Arranges international seminars and workshops on major policy issues for the members.
- • International Seminar for Post 2020 GHG/FE
- • MOLIT-KAIDA Safety Policy Seminar
- - Engages in CRS activities with automotive institutions.
- • Supports the Korean Society of Automotive Engineers (KSAE) BAJA & Formula. • Presents KAIDA Award. • Carries out industry-university programs with automative-related departments.
